I can't either, I thought it was just me...can any of the mods help out? I attempted to post a thread in the "help" area, but I guess it was not allowed.
STI vs Kimber
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UncleSamsMisguidedChild
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ROGER4314
Been Called "Flash" Since I Was A Kid!
I have an STI Lawman that I purchased before I retired and when I had the bux. I couldn't afford one now (about $1400) but I'm glad that I bought it! I would put the quality, precision, accuracy and appearance of the STI Lawman up against any 1911 pistol that I've ever owned or fired.
Like TXR, I've owned a bushel basket of 1911's over the years since 1968 including some very fine custom, competition guns. I don't COLLECT guns so I don't have a large inventory of 1911's, but I've owned a lot of them. The STI Lawman is on the top of the pile in every category!
I had an issue with the non adjustable, (Novak style) rear sight on my Lawman so they said "Send her back in". They modified my slide and installed their latest, adjustable, STI specific, low profile rear sight.........for free! Customer service does NOT get any better than at STI in Georgetown, Texas!
Flash
Like TXR, I've owned a bushel basket of 1911's over the years since 1968 including some very fine custom, competition guns. I don't COLLECT guns so I don't have a large inventory of 1911's, but I've owned a lot of them. The STI Lawman is on the top of the pile in every category!
I had an issue with the non adjustable, (Novak style) rear sight on my Lawman so they said "Send her back in". They modified my slide and installed their latest, adjustable, STI specific, low profile rear sight.........for free! Customer service does NOT get any better than at STI in Georgetown, Texas!
Flash
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I am a gun dealer. I am also a gunsmith. And I'm a multiple-Master competition shooter. I've worn out two barrels and one slide on my old workhorse .45 ACP learning to shoot (yes, I am a slow learner), and have worn out several more barrels since then. I shoot a little, and most of that is through 1911 pattern guns.
In my opinion, Kimber used to build a good entry-level gun at a decent price. Now, they build entry level guns at prices more suitable for far better products. I do a lot of trigger work on Series II Kimbers and sell a bunch of them...and have yet to find a factory stock gun that I consider marginally acceptable. I prefer working on Citadel or Rock Island over Kimber. Don't ask my opinion on Wilson if you are a fanboy, but that is another rant
Plus, as others noticed, Kimber is not located in America.
I own a lot of guns. I compete with STI, I carry STI, I deal in STI, I build guns on STI parts. If there was anything better, I'd be using that
Alex
In my opinion, Kimber used to build a good entry-level gun at a decent price. Now, they build entry level guns at prices more suitable for far better products. I do a lot of trigger work on Series II Kimbers and sell a bunch of them...and have yet to find a factory stock gun that I consider marginally acceptable. I prefer working on Citadel or Rock Island over Kimber. Don't ask my opinion on Wilson if you are a fanboy, but that is another rant
Plus, as others noticed, Kimber is not located in America.
I own a lot of guns. I compete with STI, I carry STI, I deal in STI, I build guns on STI parts. If there was anything better, I'd be using that
Alex
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I am a gun dealer. I am also a gunsmith. And I'm a multiple-Master competition shooter. I've worn out two barrels and one slide on my old workhorse .45 ACP learning to shoot (yes, I am a slow learner), and have worn out several more barrels since then. I shoot a little, and most of that is through 1911 pattern guns.
In my opinion, Kimber used to build a good entry-level gun at a decent price. Now, they build entry level guns at prices more suitable for far better products. I do a lot of trigger work on Series II Kimbers and sell a bunch of them...and have yet to find a factory stock gun that I consider marginally acceptable. I prefer working on Citadel or Rock Island over Kimber. Don't ask my opinion on Wilson if you are a fanboy, but that is another rant
Plus, as others noticed, Kimber is not located in America.
I own a lot of guns. I compete with STI, I carry STI, I deal in STI, I build guns on STI parts. If there was anything better, I'd be using that
Alex
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I am looking for a full size 1911. I want something close original with night sights. I currently have trijicon on my 1911. It's easier to see at my age. I am open to suggestions.
Did I understand correctly that Cabela's has some of these in stock?
ETA: I guess that was more than a little vague. I thought all had the high beavertail until I saw the GI. Not that basic. I shoot for fun and someday want to get back into competition. I want to spend about $1500 max.
Did I understand correctly that Cabela's has some of these in stock?
ETA: I guess that was more than a little vague. I thought all had the high beavertail until I saw the GI. Not that basic. I shoot for fun and someday want to get back into competition. I want to spend about $1500 max.
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Drop by The Powderhorn and take a look in their used gun case...have picked up some nice deals there.
Is there one in the DFW area? I can't find it.
claimbuster
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Had (past tense) four Kimbers, have (present tense) four STI's. A Lawman 3.0 is my EDC. A Ranger II is my bedside gun. A Sentinel Premier and a Trojan are play guns.
Kimbers try to look pretty but that is all they have going. Of my four, the best I had was a SS Target 10mm. I had a Super Carry Pro and it was one of the worst firearms I have ever owned.
Kimbers try to look pretty but that is all they have going. Of my four, the best I had was a SS Target 10mm. I had a Super Carry Pro and it was one of the worst firearms I have ever owned.
don't forget that the "telephone" can be your best friend when looking for guns. I've found that Cabela's (along with most everyone else) doesn't keep their websites current
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